5:12 PM,
Feb. 8, 2013

Cynthia Tucker

Written by

Cynthia Tucker
Universal UClick

Bob Barker, the retired game-show host, has no idea why he ended up on the National Rifle Association's enemies list. I know exactly why the NRA cited me.

I've spent years pushing for sensible gun-safety laws, including universal background checks, a ban on assault-type weapons and a waiting period before firearms purchases. I wasn't surprised to learn that my name was among those on a surprisingly long and eclectic list of corporations, Hollywood celebrities, medical groups and even sports teams that the NRA has declared "anti-gun."